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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
There should be “One Nation One Standard” similar to “One Nation One Constitution” and “One Nation One Ration Card”: Shri Ram Vilas Paswan
 and their enforcement with the senior officials from 14 Ministries. Wide ranging discussions were held on how standards are set and what can be done to make their implementation/enforcement better. Shri Paswan exhorted that similar to “One Nation One Constitution” and “One Nation One Ration Card” there should be “One Nation One Standard”.
Addressing the media after the meeting, Shri Paswan stated that the meeting was held with all stakeholders, Regulators and officials to review the ‘Process of Making Standards’ and also deliberate on improving the implementation and enforcement of the set Standards. Shri Paswan urged all stakeholders to provide all their suggestions in this regard by 17th September, 2019. Shri Paswan also said that the purpose of setting standards and enforcing them is not intended to bring back ‘’inspector raj’’ but to ensure that quality products are made available for all consumers across the country.
Shri Paswan asserted that Indian Standards should be set as per global benchmarks and just like other countries enforce their standards on imported products. Similarly, foreign goods coming into India should also comply with Indian standards. He said that this should be done on a reciprocal basis for International goods and a system should be put in place for effective monitoring and checking to ensure that they are effectively enforced.
Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Shri Avinash K Srivastava expressed happiness at the fact that the time taken to complete the process of Standards formation has been reduced from 24 months earlier to 18 months now. He said that detailed discussions were held on “One Nation One Standard” and for that it is important that BIS is empowered. Shri Srivastava also said that since the BIS is a National Standards body, residuary powers are vested with BIS, all other standard making bodies must work in coordination with BIS.
Dr. D K Paul, Member, NITI Aayog informed the media that NITI Aayog is currently working on a draft Medical Devices Bill which will help to tackle the problem of non-standard medical devices coming into the market. It was stated that devices of 23 categories are regulated and notified under drugs and the attempt is to do this on a comprehensive scale.
The gathering was also informed that the standard set for Bullet Proof Jackets in India is higher than global benchmarks and India is only the 4th country in the world to have such a standard after USA, Germany and UK. He said that the standard has been set after due consultations with stakeholders and it is now being exported to several countries under the ‘’Make in India’’ initiative.
Prime Minister's Office
PM’s Congratulatory phone call with PM Jugnauth of Mauritius
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth of Mauritius and warmly congratulated him on his victory in the recently concluded elections.
Prime Minister Modi stated that the people of Mauritius had reposed their faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Jugnauth. This attested to their support of the development oriented policies of his Mauritian Government. He reiterated India’s commitment to continue the close and extensive cooperation between the two countries for mutual benefit.
Prime Minister Jugnauth thanked Prime Minister Modi and expressed desire to take forward this special relationship with India and further strengthen bilateral cooperation. He also thanked the Government of India for the presence of Governor of Uttar Pradesh as the Chief Guest at the recent Aapravasi Divas celebrations.
Prime Minister Jugnauth accepted the invitation extended by Prime Minister Modi to visit India at his early convenience.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Integration of E-MANDIS into E-NAM Platform
Since 31st March 2018, 415 new mandis have been integrated on National Agriculture Market  platform. As on 31st December 2021, 1000 mandis of 18 States and 03 Union Territories have been integrated with e-NAM platform. More than 1.72 Crore farmers and 2 lakh traders have registered themselves on e-NAM platform.
Government provides following support under e-NAM scheme:
- e-NAM software is provided to States / UTs free of cost.
- Department gives grant as one-time fixed cost to the States / UTs up to Rs. 75.00 lakh per mandi, for purchase of hardware, internet connection, assaying equipment and related infrastructure including cleaning, grading and packaging facilities and Bio-compost unit, to make the mandi ready for integration with e-NAM platform.
- A trained staff  is deputed at each mandi, for an initial period of one year to provide day to day hand holding support to stakeholders and train other mandi staff.
- Helpdesk support: A toll free No.  and email support  is available to enable stakeholders to raise their query.
- Online tutorials are available on www.enam.gov.in
- Regular training of stakeholders  are conducted to create awareness and handholding regarding e-NAM portal.
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As per the Union Budget Announcement 2020-21, additional 1000 mandis to be integrated with e-NAM platform. The total budgetary outlay for integration of 1000 e-NAM Mandis since inception is Rs. 1171.93 Cr. Total 1000 mandis of 401 districts are utilizing e-NAM platform across 18 States & 3 UTs. In Karnataka, Kalaburagi district has 2 mandis integrated to e-NAM platform, namely Kalaburagi & Chhincholi.
This information was given by Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Power
Emission control measures by thermal power plants
Government of India vide Gazette Notification dated 21.05.2020 made rules for use of coal by thermal power plants, without stipulations of ash content or distance, subject to following conditions:
 Setting Up Technology Solution for emission norms:
 Compliance of specified emission norms for Particulate Matter, as per extant notifications and instructions of Central Pollution Control Board, issued from time to time.
 In case of washeries, Middling and rejects to be utilized in FBC  technology based thermal power plants. Washery to have linkage for middling and rejects in Fluidised Bed Combustion plants.
 Management of Ash Ponds:
 The thermal powers plants shall comply with conditions, as notified in the Fly Ash notification issued from time to time, without being entitled to additional capacity of fly ash pond  on ground of switching from washed coal to unwashed coal.
 Appropriate Technology solutions shall be applied to optimise water consumption for Ash management;
 The segregation of ash may be done at the Electro-Static Precipitator stage, if required, based on site specific conditions, to ensure maximum utilization of fly ash;
 Subject to 2  above, the thermal power plants to dispose fly ash in abandoned or working mines  with environmental safeguards.
 Transportation:
 Coal transportation may be undertaken by covered Railway wagon  and/or covered conveyer beyond the mine area. However, till such time enabling Rail transport/conveyer infrastructure is not available, road transportation may be undertaken in trucks, covered by tarpaulin or other means.
 It shall be ensured by the thermal power plant that
a) Rail siding facility or conveyor facility is set up at or near the power plant, for transportation by rail or conveyor; and
b) If transportation by rail or conveyor facility is not available, ensure that the coal is transported out from the Delivery Point of the respective mine in covered trucks , or any mechanized closed trucks by road.
The notification dated 21.05.2020 has stipulated pollution control measures to be taken by thermal power plants. With advancement in pollution control technologies, thermal power plants are better equipped to capture fly-ash generated in combustion process and unwashed coal can be used more efficiently and economically.
This information was given by Shri R.K. Singh, Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Special Service and Features
Facility to apply for PCC services to be available at all online Post Office Passport Seva Kendras 
Kochi , September 27, 2022
To address the unanticipated surge in demand for Police Clearance Certificates  and also to improve the citizen's experience while availing passport related services, the Ministry of External Affairs has decided to include the facility to apply for PCC services at all online Post Office Passport Seva Kendras  across India, starting from Wednesday, 28 September, 2022.
Accordingly, general public, who are falling under the jurisdiction of RPO, Cochin, can now apply for PCC through its Post Office Passport Seva Kendras located at Chengannur, Kattappana and Palakkad with effect from Wednesday, 28th September, 2022. This step would significantly add to the availability of PCC appointment slots at an earlier date under RPO, Cochin
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Proceedings pending before the CIC not to abate in the event of death of Appellant/Complainant
Instances have occurred wherein an Appellant/Complainant dies before his case is considered by the Central Information Commission . Further action to be taken in such a situation has engaged the attention of the Commission.
The Commission carefully considered this matter in its meeting held on June 5, 2018 and decided that in case of death of the Appellant/Complainant, the case will be heard as usual as Second Appeal/Complaint and the decision put up on the website of the Commission. Orders have accordingly been issued on June 18, 2018 and also put on the website of the Commission.
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh to commission indigenously built Indian Coast Guard Ship Vigraha on Saturday
Key Highlights:
- ICGS Vigraha is seventh in the series of Offshore Patrol Vessels
- Indigenously built by L&T Ship Building Limited
- Fitted with advanced fire power
- Designed to carry one twin-engine Helicopter & four high speed boats
- To be based in Visakhapatnam & operate on eastern seaboard
Indian Coast Guard  Ship Vigraha, seventh in the series of Offshore Patrol Vessels , will be commissioned by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh in Chennai on August 28, 2021. The ship will be based in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh and operate on the eastern seaboard under the Operational and Administrative Control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region .
The 98-meter OPV, with a complement of 11 officers and 110 sailors, has been designed and built indigenously by Larsen & Toubro Ship Building Limited. It is fitted with advanced technology radars, navigation & communication equipment, sensors and machinery capable of operating in tropical sea conditions. The vessel is armed with a 40/60 Bofors gun and fitted with two 12.7 mm Stabilised Remote Control Gun with fire control system. The ship is also equipped with integrated bridge system, integrated platform management system, automated power management system and high-power external fire-fighting system.
The ship is also designed to carry one twin-engine Helicopter and four high speed boats for boarding operation, search & rescue, law enforcement and maritime patrol. The ship is also capable of carrying pollution response equipment to contain oil spill at sea. The ship displaces approximately 2,200 tons and is propelled by two 9100 KW diesel engines to attain a maximum speed of 26 nautical miles per hour with endurance of 5000 nm at economical speed.
The ship, on joining the Coast Guard Eastern fleet, will be deployed extensively for EEZ surveillance and other duties as enshrined in the Coast Guard Charter to safeguard the country’s maritime interests. The ICG, with this ship joining the fleet, will have 157 ships and 66 aircraft in its inventory.
The commissioning ceremony will also be attended by Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Shri M K Stalin, Chief of Army Staff General M M Naravane, Director General Indian Coast Guard Shri K Natarajan and other senior dignitaries of the central & state governments.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Morocco for setting up of a Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the MoU between India and Moroccofor setting up of a Joint Working Group  on Counter-Terrorism.
Setting up of the JWG on Counter Terrorism by India and Morocco would help cases relating to terrorist attacks. The MoU would, thus be the basis for obtaining / exchanging information on terrorist activities.
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with prominent Australian personalities
Prime Shri Narendra Modi met several prominent Australian personalities in separate meetings in Sydney today. These personalities include:
- Professor Brian P. Schmidt, Noble laureate in Physics and Vice-Chancellor & President of Australian National University, Canberra
- Mr. Mark Balla, business specialist and accomplished public speaker on humanitarian issues
- Ms. Danielle Mate Sullivan, aboriginal artist
- Ms. Sarah Todd, international chef, restaurateur, TV host, speaker and entrepreneur
- Professor Toby Walsh, chief scientist, Artificial Intelligence Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney
- Associate Professor Salvatore Babones, sociologist, researcher and author
- Mr. Guy Theodore Sebastian, leading Australian singer
Prime Minister congratulated them on their achievements and encouraged them to contribute to strengthening India-Australia relationship.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Scheme for IPR Awareness – Creative India; Innovative India
Taking forward the National Intellectual Property Rights  Policy 2016, a ‘Scheme for IPR Awareness – Creative India; Innovative India’ has been launched by Cell for IPR Promotion and Management  under the aegis of the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion.
The Scheme aims at raising IPR awareness amongst students, youth, authors, artists, budding inventors and professionals to inspire them to create, innovate and protect their creations and inventions across India including Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 cities as well as rural areas in the next 3 years.
The Scheme for IPR Awareness aims to conduct over 4000 IPR awareness workshops/seminars in academic institutions  and the industry ,including MSMEs and Startups, as also IP training and sensitization programmes for enforcement agencies and the judiciary.
Workshops will cover all vital IP topics including international filing procedures, promotion of Geographical Indications and highlighting the ill effects of piracy and counterfeiting.
The Scheme for IPR Awareness would be implemented through partner organizations to promote innovation and entrepreneurship, for which complete details can be viewed at http://dipp.nic.in/whats-new/scheme-ipr-awareness.
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Ministry of Finance
Over 2000 kgs of seized drugs destroyed in Pune
Pune Customs Commissionerate and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Pune Regional Unit carried out destruction
Pune, 8 June 2022
In line with the ongoing Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav  Celebrations, offices of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, including the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, destroyed over 42054 kgs of narcotics substances, 1710845 tablets, 72757 bottles of cough syrup and 16336 vials of injections, in a coordinated manner across the country on 8th June, to deliver a strong message against drug abuse and trafficking. The coordinated destruction was virtually presided over by Union Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. Several eminent personalities across the country also participated in the proceedings to raise awareness and deliver a strong message against drug abuse and trafficking.
As part of the proceedings, Pune Customs Commissionerate carried out pre-trial disposal of 2439 Kgs of drugs seized by Pune Customs Commissionerate and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Pune Regional Unit. The drugs were destroyed at the state-of-the-art plasma gasification based incineration facility of M/s. Maharashtra Enviro Power Limited, MIDC, Ranjangaon. Dr. Mukta Puntambekar, Director and Dr. Sonali Kale, Co-ordinator, from Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre, Pune, also attended the proceedings.
Union Finance Minister commended the officers of CBIC on their relentless efforts to combat drug trafficking, and also appreciated the efforts of persons and organizations, such as Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre, who work extensively with youth, raise awareness about the drug menace and rehabilitate addicts.| PIB Pune | MI/DR
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Ministry of Power
NTPC and NPCIL sign Agreement for joint development of Nuclear Power Plants
Joint Venture company to develop Chutka Madhya Pradesh Atomic Power Project of 2x700 MW and Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project of 4x700 MW
NTPC Ltd. signed a Supplementary Joint Venture Agreement with Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd.  in New Delhi today for development of Nuclear Power Projects. The agreement was signed by Mr. Ujjwal Kanti Bhattacharya, Director Projects, NTPC Ltd. and Mr. Ranjay Sharan, Director Projects, NPCIL in the presence of Shri R.K. Singh, Minister of Power, New & Renewable Energy, Shri K.N. Vyas, Secretary DAE & Chairman Atomic Energy Commission, Shri Alok Kumar, Secretary,Ministry of Power, Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD NTPC, Shri B C Pathak, CMD NPCIL and senior officials of Ministry of Power and Department of Atomic Energy.
Initially, the JV company shall develop two Pressurized Heavy-Water Reactor  projects, Chutka Madhya Pradesh Atomic Power Project 2x700 MW and Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project 4x700 MW, which were identified as a part of fleet mode nuclear projects.
This Supplementary Joint Venture Agreement marks a pivotal step for NTPC Ltd. and NPCIL to collaborate and cooperate in the field of development of Nuclear Power projects which shall help the country in meeting its Clean Energy Commitments to achieve net zero emission target by 2070.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
51st IFFI announces line-up of programmes for OTT Platform
Masterclasses, In-conversation Sessions, Live Telecast, Screening at OTT Platform, Q&A Sessions and Film Appreciation Session
The 51st Edition of Asia’s oldest and India’s biggest festival, The International Film Festival of India  which is to be held in Goa from 16th January to 24th January 2021, has announced a line-up of programmes that will be showcased on the OTT platform during the festival.
Taking into account the ongoing Pandemic, International Film Festival of India is holding its first ever ‘hybrid’ Film festival. This year IFFI will organize a few of its events on the OTT platform for its audience.
Key highlights:
a. Pedro Almodóvar
Live Flesh | Bad Education | Volver
b. Ruben Östlund
The Square | Force Majeure
Mr. Shekhar Kapur, Mr. Priyadarshan, Mr. Perry Lang, Mr. Subhash Ghai, Tanvir Mokammel
Mr. Ricky Kej, Mr. Rahul Rawail, Mr. Madhur Bhandarkar, Mr. Pablo Cesar, Mr. Abu Bakr Shawky, Mr. Prasoon Joshi, Mr. John Mathew Matthan, Ms. Anjali Menon, Mr. Aditya Dhar, Mr. Prasanna Vithanage, Mr Hariharan, Mr. Vikram Ghosh, Ms. Anupama Chopra, Mr. Sunil Doshi, Mr. Dominic Sangma, Mr. Sunit Tandon
- Few world panorama films on the OTT platform
- Opening and closing ceremony live telecast
- Q&A sessions
- Film appreciation sessions
FTII by Prof. Mazhar Kamran, Prof. Madhu Apsara, Prof.Pankaj Saxena
- Mid fest film – World premiere
Mehrunisa
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About IFFI:
The International Film Festival of India , founded in 1952, is one of the most significant film festivals in Asia. Held annually, currently in the state of Goa, the festival aims at providing a common platform for the cinemas of the world to project the excellence of the film art; contributing to the understanding and appreciation of film cultures of different nations in the context of their social and cultural ethos; and promoting friendship and cooperation among people of the world. The festival is conducted jointly by the Directorate of Film Festivals  and the state Government of Goa.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh visits Jammu and Kashmir
Reviews security situation in the state; takes stock of developmental initiatives
The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh visited Jammu and Kashmir today to review the security situation and takes stock of the important developmental initiatives in the state. He addressed a press conference at Srinagar, later on. Addressing the media at Nehru Guest House, Shri Singh congratulated the State government for successfully conducting the Urban Local Body elections in a free and fair manner without any untoward incidents of violence during polls across the state. He informed the media about the discussions that were held during the day about the upcoming Panchayat elections in the state.
Earlier during the day, the Union Home Minister chaired the security review meeting on the security situation in the state and also met the Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Satyapal Malik. He also met a number of delegations across the political spectrum and appealed them to ensure maximum participation in the upcoming Panchayat elections to strengthen the grassroot democratic setup and to ensure accountability. Local bodies are also being vested with significantly enhanced devolution of powers in line with best practices in the country. This will enable them to address most of the local issues in their jurisdictions, he added.
Appealing the masses to come forward, he said that the democratic way is the only solution by which we can mitigate big problems and resolve serious issues. Highlighting a major shift that has been observed in the last 4 months in view of the security scenario of the state, Shri Singh said that there has been a decrease in the number of Stone pelting incidents. Also, there is a decline in the rate of militant recruitment in the State. He talked about the special employment initiatives that are being worked upon by the central government through which 2.5 lakh youth will get employment.
Union Home Minister said that presently India is recognized as world’s fastest growing economy and anti-national powers are attempting to create hurdles in order to destabilize the country. Jammu and Kashmir is yet to catch the development bandwagon. The Central and State governments are working hard towards development of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh regions. It is our aim to make Jammu & Kashmir a developed state, he further said.
To curb the problem of rampant corruption in the state, a major initiative will be announced shortly.
Terming the deaths of civilians that took place in an explosion after encounter in Kulgam, Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh expressed his regret over the loss of lives and extended his condolences towards the families of the deceased and announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh each to the families. He appealed the civilians not to visit encounter sites shortly after the operations.
Shri Singh also informed that road connectivity will be taken up for Kargil, Dras, Gurez and Keran. DPRs has been sought for the same.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Additional 80,000 vials of Amphotericin-B allocated to States/UTs and Central Institutions - Shri D.V Sadananda Gowda
29,250 vials of Amphotericin- B allocated to States/UTs on 26th May
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Shri D.V Sadananda Gowda announced that the additional 80,000 vials of Amphotericin-B, used in the treatment for Mucormycosis have been allocated to all the States/UTs and Central Institutions today.
Earlier, 29,250 vials of Amphotericin- B drug, used in treatment of Mucormycosis, have been allocated to all the States/UTs on 26th May, 2021.